Since rTMS is a non-invasive treatment, it is tolerated by most patients and does not cause any long-lasting side effects.
If you are feeling depressed, make an appointment to see your doctor or mental health professional as soon as you can.
National Mental Health Survey estimates that almost 1 crore people in India are currently suffering with OCD. And what makes the scenario worse is that only about 40-60% of these people will receive help with the standard treatment protocols available.
These symptoms, even when mild can take up at least an hour each day and significantly affect your day-to-day activities.
Obsessions or compulsions might affect your ability to pay attention at school or complete tasks at work. They can lead to social withdrawal and affect personal relationships.
What causes OCD?
If you have a close family member with OCD, you have a higher chance of also having the condition.
Irregular development and impairment in certain areas of the brain as well as how your brain responds to serotonin might play a role in causing OCD.
Treatment
Medication and therapy are the first-line treatments for OCD.
For those who have tried these treatments and haven’t experienced benefit, rTMS is a good alternative.
Repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, or rTMS has been shown to safely and effectively alleviate the symptoms of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)via application of magnetic field to the areas of the brain implicated.
As a noninvasive procedure, rTMS is a well-tolerated treatment that has minimal side effects. It does not require a significant recovery period, and can easily be integrated into a patient’s day-to-day schedule.
rTMS Therapy for OCD in Bangalore
If you are experiencing Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) or other mental health condition, please contact us right now and we will help get you started on the road to recovery.